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The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW): ICAEW ACA qualification

  • Non-Award

The ICAEW ACA qualification is a globally recognized business and finance credential, combining examinations with practical training to prepare professionals for real-world decision-making. ICAEW is a founding member of the Global Accounting Alliance, promoting international collaboration and quality services.

Key details

Degree Type
Non-Award
Duration
5 - 5 years full-time
Course Code
R3/0411/6/0010)(11/29)(A5630
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Sep

About this course

OverviewICAEW

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) is the largest professional accountancy body in Europe. The ICAEW ACA qualification is highly regarded globally as one of the leading business and finance qualifications, and is recognised and valued in practice, industry, commerce and the public sector globally.

Seamlessly merging examinations with practical on-the-job training, it fully equips you with all the relevant experience, skills and professional knowledge to make sound decisions in genuine business environments.

ICAEW is one of the founding members of the Global Accounting Alliance. This is an agreement between leading professional accountancy bodies in significant capital markets. It was formed in 2005 in response to the emerging challenges of globalisation. The GAA promotes quality professional services, global membership support, information sharing and collaboration on important international issues.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications

  • Diploma, Advanced Diploma and Degree in any field of studies from a nationally accredited university: Pass with min CGPA 2.5
  • CFAB: Pass
  • STPM/ A-Level: CGPA 3.00 (BBB) and above / BBB and above
  • AUSMAT/SAM: ATAR 80 and above + Credit in SPM English and Mathematics
  • CIMP/CPU: 80% and above + Credit in SPM English and Mathematics
  • MUFY: 80% and above + Credit in SPM English and Mathematics
  • UEC: Pass with 15 points below in best 5 subjects (including A's in English and Mathematics, minimum of B's in the remaining 3 subjects) + Credit in SPM English and Mathematics
  • Any foundations approved by MQA: Average mark of 80% + Credit in SPM English and Mathematics

Additional English Requirements

  • Evidence that English is the language of instruction in secondary or tertiary studies completed; or Other English language proficiency requirements such as:
  • IELTS (academic): minimum 6.5 and at least 6.0 for each individual band
  • TOEFL (paper-based): minimum 600 and TWE (Test of Written English) 6

What you will learn

Overview

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) is the largest professional accountancy body in Europe. The ICAEW ACA qualification is highly regarded globally as one of the leading business and finance qualifications, and is recognised and valued in practice, industry, commerce and the public sector globally.

Seamlessly merging examinations with practical on-the-job training, it fully equips you with all the relevant experience, skills and professional knowledge to make sound decisions in genuine business environments.

ICAEW is one of the founding members of the Global Accounting Alliance. This is an agreement between leading professional accountancy bodies in significant capital markets. It was formed in 2005 in response to the emerging challenges of globalisation. The GAA promotes quality professional services, global membership support, information sharing and collaboration on important international issues.

Course structure

Choice of Subjects
  • Certificate Level
    • Accounting
    • Assurance
    • Business, Technology and Finance
    • Law
    • Management Information
    • Principles of Taxation
  • Professional Level
    • Business Planning: Taxation
    • Tax Compliance
    • Business Strategy and Technology
    • Financial Management
    • Audit and Assurance
    • Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • Advanced Level
    • Case Study
    • Corporate Reporting
    • Strategic Business Management

Special Exemption If you have an accounting or business-related degree or a professional qualification, you may apply for credit/exemption from an ICAEW exam module. Please visit www.icaew.com/cpl for more information on credit/exemption arrangements.

Credit for prior study or work

If you have an accounting or business-related degree or a professional qualification, you may apply for credit/exemption from an ICAEW exam module. Please visit www.icaew.com/cpl for more information on credit/exemption arrangements.